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S982 JTF

1998 Kawasaki KLR650

Red Petrol 651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

11,498 mi
Last recorded11,498 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KLR65024,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS982 JTF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine651cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 11,498 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 11,058 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 10,977 miles

advise improve security of l/h handlebar grip

Pass 21 Jun 2013 10,892 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 10,686 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 10,252 miles

both tyres getting low

Pass 17 Apr 2008 10,239 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2006 9,754 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 8,645 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2005 8,607 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLR650?

Based on 3,761 MOT tests across 445 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
569
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
445
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Headlamp aim too low 25
Drive chain excessively loose 21
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S982 JTF is a 1998 Kawasaki KLR650 in Red with a 651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki KLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 24,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KLR650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S982 JTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki KLR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S982 JTF registered?

S982 JTF is a 1998 Kawasaki KLR650, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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